For the first time, Campbell County’s police, office of emergency management, dispatch center and coroner’s office will all be under one roof. Campbell County held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday for the new Campbell County Public Safety complex, a 58,000-square-foot facility at 1114 Racetrack Road in Alexandria. The total site is over 17 acres and will […]
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Kenton County to consider Prus Construction for new park, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Kenton County will discuss accepting Prus Construction for Kenton County New Park in Independence. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week in NKY government? Fort Thomas weighs sidewalk ban for […]
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Fort Thomas weighs sidewalk ban for e-bikes, high-speed scooters
Fort Thomas City Council held a first reading of a proposal that would ban electric bikes and high-speed scooters from city sidewalks. The council held the first reading at its April meeting. Low-speed scooters would still be permitted. The update also clarifies that, regardless of the type of scooter or bicycle, all must be walked […]
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Bail remains at $1M for Campbell County PVA amid solicitation charges
Campbell County PVA Daniel Braun, charged with using electronic communication to solicit a minor, was denied a bail reduction on Wednesday. At the April 22 bond motion, Braun’s attorney, Brandon Voelker, requested his bail be lowered from $1,000,000 to $100,000. According to court documents, Braun allegedly conducted and willingly participated in “online conversation(s) with an […]
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Newport mulls 7% pay increase for police amid contract talks
As Newport works to finalize the last two years of a police union contract, city officials are proposing a 7% pay increase to boost recruitment and retention. Newport City Manager John Hayden said in 2023, former Newport City Manager Tom Fromme negotiated a five-year deal with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #2. At the […]
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$2M lighting upgrade, closure ahead for Purple People Bridge
The city of Newport is moving forward with long-term structural improvements to the Purple People Bridge, starting next week, alongside a $2 million state investment to bring color-changing LED lighting to the iconic landmark. Construction on the Cincinnati approach is scheduled to begin April 27 and continue through August. To safely complete this work, temporary […]
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Fort Thomas to consider updating bike laws, more in NKY gov
This week in NKY government meetings, Fort Thomas is considering changes to its bike ordinance, while Newport will discuss an agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police regarding salaries. Keep reading to find out what happened in local government over the past week and what you need to know for this week. What happened last week […]
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NKY couple undergoes back-to-back spine surgery
One morning while making breakfast, Ron Hoerst’s back pain had become so severe that his eggs, bacon and toast made it to the kitchen table, while he crawled to the couch to sit down. “I went back half an hour later and ate my cold eggs,” Ron Hoerst said. “They were delicious.” What’s more is […]
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Campbell County PVA held on $1M bond after arrest on felony charge
Campbell County Property Valuation Administrator Daniel Braun, who was arrested by the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office on April 16, appeared in court on Friday. Due to a conflict of interest arising from Braun’s employment with the Campbell County PVA, the Campbell County Attorney’s Office reached out to the Kentucky Attorney General’s Office to oversee […]
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Inside Stacy Inc.: A Newport neighborhood’s answer to cancer diagnosis
When Stacy Neurohr was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, in June 2025, her neighbors did more than just offer her a meal for dinner or a ride to a doctor’s appointment. They formed a company. Stacy Inc. is equipped with different roles for different people, from vice president of care to […]